Head of Quality Management (m/f/d)
Head of Quality Management (m/f/d)
Head of Quality Management (m/f/d)
Head of Quality Management (m/f/d)
Palfinger
Maschinenbau, Betriebstechnik
Köstendorf
- Art der Anstellung: Vollzeit
- 80.000 € – 130.000 € (von XING geschätzt)
- Vor Ort
- Aktiv auf der Suche
Head of Quality Management (m/f/d)
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Head of Quality Management (m/f/d)
27.08.2025
At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.
To strengthen our team in Köstendorf, we are looking for a "Head of Quality Management Special Lifting Solutions". Reporting directly to the VP Quality Management of PALFINGER, you will oversee all quality-related tasks for the Special Lifting Solutions product line, act as the gatekeeper for quality in the development process (PDP) and manage the Q-Swimlane. Your responsibilities include ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance while focusing on supplier quality management, plant quality management, and driving global quality initiatives.
Your responsibilities
- Provide leadership and development for the global Quality Team (SLS), ensuring alignment of quality tasks across all organizational levels.
- Oversee and coordinate supplier and plant quality activities, while driving global cross-functional Quality Circles for the product line.
- Serve as the gatekeeper for quality in the Product Development Process (PDP) and the Continuous Product Process (CPP), ensuring adherence to project milestones.
- Ensure compliance with QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Environment) systems, certifications, and global quality standards.
- Establish quality objectives, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance.
Your qualifications
- Degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or Business; 5+ years in Quality, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or Manufacturing, with 10+ years in the industry; experience leading teams of up to 5.
- Expertise in failure investigations, RCFA, and quality methodologies like FMEA, APQP, CPL, and tools such as 8D, Ishikawa, and 5 Whys.
- Proficient in QMS, , ERP systems (SAP), and others (e.g., Quentic, Minitab).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to train, mentor, and lead cross-functional and global teams effectively.
- Fluent in English and German; willingness to travel up to 30%.
What we offer
- Life balance through flexible working hours and freedom to organize your work
- Performance-related compensation
- Career and personal development opportunities in an international company
- Voluntary social benefits through our company's health management program PALfit
- Job ticket
Minimum yearly gross salary according to Austrian metal industry collective agreement is EUR 80.000 based on full-time employment. According to experience and qualification, we offer a market-conform overpayment.
Are you interested in the position and still have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us.
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